Feyenoord's decision to block the NOS interview with Sem Steijn has raised questions. Steijn, who has struggled for regular playing time under Giovanni van Bronckhorst this season, made a significant impact when he came on in the 65th minute and scored the equaliser just four minutes later. The reasons behind Feyenoord's decision to deny the NOS an interview with Steijn are unclear.

Former international Rafael van der Vaart was also critical of Feyenoord's performance, stating that the team started poorly and lacked energy. Heerenveen's coach Ron Jans agreed, saying that Heerenveen deserved to win. The match ended in a 5-3 defeat for Feyenoord.